Bitcoin's next 'halving' is right around the corner. Here's what you need to know
Apr 19, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) — Sometime in the next few days or even hours, the “miners” who chisel bitcoins out of complex mathematics are going to take a 50% pay cut — effectively slicing new production…
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Iowa legislature OKs merger for mental health, substance abuse treatment
Apr 19, 2024
By O. Kay Henderson (Radio Iowa) The Iowa legislature has approved the governor’s plan to create a combined system to help Iowans with a mental illness as well as those with addiction issues. Republican Representative…
Iowa’s Unemployment Rate Decreases to 2.9 Percent in March
Apr 19, 2024
DES MOINES, IOWA – Iowa’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate decreased to 2.9 percent in March from a revised February rate of 3.0 percent. The state’s labor force participation rate fell to 67 percent from 67.2…
Mahaska County Conservation to Host Presentation on Iowa's Big Trees
Apr 19, 2024
OSKALOOSA -- Stories behind big trees are fun to listen to. Did you know that Mahaska County has the new state record Downy serviceberry tree? Mahaska County Conservation invites you to the Environmental Learning Center,…
Country Stars Reveal Their Biggest Splurge
Apr 19, 2024
If you had a bunch of extra money, what would your first splurge purchase be? "Taste of Country" put together a great list of ten country stars and the "indulgent" purchases they made. 1. Chayce Beckham bought a…
SHANIA TWAIN TALKS TAYLOR SWIFT AND CAREER PARALLELS
Apr 18, 2024
If anyone remotely knows what Taylor Swift's life is like right now, it's Shania Twain. When Taylor was still in grade school, Shania was the queen of country pop, with diamond selling albums and numerous #1 hits…
Ford recalls over 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick cars due to loss of drive power risk
Apr 18, 2024
NEW YORK (AP) — Ford is recalling more than 456,000 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles due to a battery detection issue that can result in loss of drive power, increasing crash risks. According to documents…
Annual Search for Iowa's Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Begins
Apr 18, 2024
CLIVE -- The Iowa Pork Producers Association (IPPA) invites Iowans to nominate their favorite restaurant for the 22nd annual Best Breaded Pork Tenderloin Contest. This highly anticipated event allows the public to help decide which…
Central College Opens Registrations for Leadership Youth Summit
Apr 18, 2024
PELLA -- Central College will host the inaugural Leadership Youth Summit from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 10-11. The two-day camp is open to students who will be in grades 7-12 in the fall…
Master Gardener Plant Sale will be held in one month
Apr 18, 2024
OSKALOOSA -- The Mahaska County Master Gardeners will hold their annual plant sale Saturday May 18, 2024. It will be held 8 – 11 am at the Mahaska County Extension and Outreach Office auditorium, 212…